The Vastness of Magical Destiny
Chapter 954: Volume 30: The Emergence of the Empire, - 24: The Southern Front

Chapter 954: Volume 30: The Emergence of the Empire, Chapter 24: The Southern Front

Komer placed his hands together supporting his chin and listened motionlessly to the rather touching recount by the two men before him. However, this gesture made his otherwise serious face seem somewhat indifferent, as if the matter being narrated by the other party was irrelevant to him.

Both men felt a bit disappointed; they had braved risks to come together, but they had not anticipated that this fellow, who had become the true master of Nicosia, seemed to have little interest. Could it be because he had Nicosia in his grasp that he no longer completely relied on the Mountain People? Montrey thought somewhat nervously.

"Chief Woodleigh, Chief Montrey, until now, I still do not understand the precise purpose of your visit. You both have prattled on about the situation on the South Cordillera Wilderness, suggesting that all is well. The trade between Flanders and the tribes you lead is bustling, and the Caron and Cabo Tribes had made it through last year’s winter with ease. The surplus food stored this year should ensure a safe winter for your tribes as well, and the prospects for Flanders’ development are looking good. Isn’t everything going smoothly? As for the dissatisfaction from the Carlo Tribe and the Sanwa Tribe towards the close relationship between the Caron and Cabo Tribes and Flanders, hasn’t that always been there? Besides, the Caron and Cabo Tribes are large tribes within the Mountain People Alliance, and along with your closely related Sanya Tribe, couldn’t these issues be resolved through the alliance’s internal coordination mechanisms?"

Komer asked, puzzled, smacking his lips.

Woodleigh was frustrated; after talking so much, it seemed that Lord Komer was completely unaware of the gravity of the situation. If a peaceful solution were possible, would he and Montrey have traveled all this way, weathering the dust and wind?

"Lord Komer, the situation is quite serious. The Carlo Tribe and the Sanwa Tribe are likely to have a hard time this winter. They don’t have much surplus food, and if they wish not to starve, they will have to find another way."

"Chief Woodleigh, are you suggesting they might go to war? Against the Iberians or the Shimaina?" Komer inquired, rolling his eyes.

"No, no, Lord Komer. This time, their goal is likely us and Flanders."

"You’re saying they will attack you and Flanders?!" Komer exclaimed in surprise, "Give me a reason! I cannot comprehend why they would not attack the Shimaina and the Iberians instead of turning on their own people. Aren’t you Mountain People always very united?"

Woodleigh and Montrey both wore embarrassed expressions. Should they tell him that the Iberians and the Shimaina have now formed an alliance and established a group of mages? Or say that compared to the Caron and Cabo Tribes, they were more vulnerable to exploitation?

"Uh, Lord, the Iberians and the Shimaina have improved their defensive systems and strengthened their retaliatory power. It’s possible the Carlo Tribe and the Sanwa Tribe have also realized this, and that’s why they are changing the direction of their attack. They’re not fools – attacking the Iberians and the Shimaina now would only lead to greater losses. Besides, due to the Gdansk Fortress dispute, we are already at odds with them, so they have no scruples."

"So they are bullies and cowards?" Komer said, shrugging the issue off jestingly.

Woodleigh and Montrey both gave bitter smiles. Lord Komer really had the mood to make fun of others, but he did not realize that they were as anxious as ants on a hot pan.

Various signs indicated that this time the Carlo Tribe and the Sanwa Tribe would launch an unprecedented military operation. Woodleigh and Montrey had realized that this time the Carlo Tribe and the Sanwa Tribe intended to do more than just seize some winter supplies; they might even use this opportunity to totally eliminate the independent leaderships they had, or perhaps the food issue was merely an excuse.

"Alright, let’s not digress. I now grasp the purpose of your visit. The Carlo Tribe and the Sanwa Tribe are very likely to attack the Caron and Cabo Tribes as well as the Sanya Tribe due to insufficient winter supplies, which could also endanger the security of Flanders Territory. The Flanders region is now my domain, and I will not tolerate any destructive actions occurring on my land. If anyone dares to provoke my bottom line, I will not show mercy," Komer stated unequivocally.

"Lord Komer, I must remind you that your words mean little to us. According to our information, they are determined to attack Flanders this time. If you insist on waiting until Flanders falls before you respond, there is nothing we can do," Woodleigh said with a grim face, sensing that Komer might not have immediate intentions to prepare for a military response, which was not what he wanted to see.

"Chief Woodleigh, if you have any good suggestions, feel free to offer them," Komer said, propping up his feet.

"The Sanjia Tribe’s armed forces have become increasingly regularized under Lord Keoru’s command. Why not take this opportunity for a thorough training exercise?" Woodleigh suggested with a smile.

"Ha, it seems Chief Woodleigh has set his sights on that little something I have here," Komer laughed as well, noncommittally, "Hmm, it’s a good idea. But Nicosia itself is not exactly peaceful at the moment, and there is a great need for armed forces in many places."

"Lord Komer, you have much power in your hands. If you think deploying this armed force is not quite appropriate, I believe other forces would do just as well, such as your Mage Corps or Knights regiment power," Woodleigh said, rolling his eyes.

"Mage Corps? Knights regiment?" Komer furrowed his brows; this fellow was really audacious, although the bait offered was not insignificant. Hmph, the Caron Capo Tribe, and the Sanya Tribe, didn’t these guys think that this time they might win a lot but also lose just as much?

"Yes, personally, I believe if you could dispatch a squad of mages in coordination with other armed forces, the results could be very impressive," Woodleigh exchanged glances with Montrey, sensing a promising lead.

"Mages and knights, that’s an interesting idea that I can consider," Komer nodded slightly. Vladimir Koff’s Black Flame Knights regiment would be a good choice, and perhaps the Caucasian Mage Group should also go out and demonstrate their power. Indeed, against the Mountain People, this force would be very effective. (To be continued. For further developments, please visit www.qidian.com. More Chapters are available, support the author, support authorized reading!)